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Table 27.1 Classical examples of herbs that are used for the treatment of thyroid dysfunction
Type of diseases
Name of plant (biological
sources)
Chemical constituent
Uses
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Hypothyroidism [12, 23] Gotu Kola (Centella
asiatica)
Madecassic acid
Enhance synthesis of T4
Ashwagandha (Withania
Somnifera)
Withaferin reduce
oxidative stress
Improve thyroid activity,
enhance antiperoxidation
Guggul (Commiphora
mukul)
Guggulosterone
Thyroid stimulants in
hypothyroidsm
Bladder wrack (Fucus
vesiculosus)
Iodine
Goiter
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